1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
